How to Make Homemade Aloe Vera Lotion

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MELISSA KING Last Updated: May 01, 2015

Melissa King

Melissa King began writing in 2001. She spent three years writing for her local newspaper, "The Colt," writing editorials, news stories, product reviews and entertainment pieces. She is also the owner and operator of Howbert Freelance Writing. King holds an Associate of Arts in communications from Tarrant County College.

Aloe vera plants.Photo Credit Aaron Amat zaragoza/Hemera/Getty Images

Aloe vera, with its spiny, succulent leaves, is much more than just a pretty houseplant. Aloe's leaves are packed with a clear gel that soothes sunburn, bug bites and other skin irritations. Many drugstores sell aloe-vera lotion, but some brands include alcohol and artificial fragrance -- two things that can make skin problems even worse. If you'd rather say no to unnecessary additives, try whipping up your own aloe lotion. Once you've sampled your homemade lotion, you may never want to buy the store-bought stuff again.

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Step 1

Set a small pot on a stove burner, then set a large heat-proof bowl on top of it.